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MLAB 1130: Medical Lab Fundamentals
Effective date
January 2027
Department
Medical Lab Assistant
School
Health Sciences
Description
In this course the student will learn human anatomy and physiology and common pathologies. Students also learn medical lab tests and examinations, medical terminology and abbreviations relevant to body systems. Basic laboratory procedures, using common lab equipment and reagent preparation are performed.
Credits
4.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify the components of major structures of each body system, and describe their function.
- Use medical terminology to describe the anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of common diseases and conditions.
- Identify laboratory examinations associated with different body systems' pathophysiology.
- Operate and maintain common laboratory equipment and devices following standard operating procedures.
- Apply various systems of measurement to laboratory activities and data, including metric and SI units.
- Prepare reagents for laboratory procedures using required calculations, glassware and equipment.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 45
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 30
Total Hours: 75
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 30
Total Hours: 75
Instructional Strategies
This course includes lectures, assignments, group work and laboratory exercises.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
B-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
20 - 25 |
Formative |
|
Exam |
20 - 25 |
Exam #2 |
|
Exam |
25 - 30 |
Final (Cumulative) |
|
Assignments |
15 - 20 |
A&P assignment |
|
Lab Work |
10 - 15 |
Lab activities |
Course topics
- Anatomy, Physiology & Pathophysiology 11 body systems as articulated in BCSLS Competencies
- Medical Terminology
- Laboratory Tests
- Systems of Measurement
- Laboratory Equipment
- Reagent Preparation
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.